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22 December 2017

Our favourite kids outings in Mossel Bay

I
did a post last week about our favourite kids’ outings in our neighbouring
town, George.

Our home town, Mossel Bay,
a small town next to the ocean and mainly a summer holiday destination. Thousands of people come here to
spend time near the ocean during December and January.

Here are some of
our favourite things to do with our

3-year old son JW:

1. The Ocean – Swimming, Playing in sand,
collecting shells…. and many more

Mossel
Bay’s main attraction during the summer month is the beach. And there is a lot of them to choose
from. For toddlers and younger kids I
would suggest the paddling pool at The Point (I usually take my son early,
before it gets too busy and the sun to hot) or Santos with is small waves. For bigger waves rather try Hartenbos or Diaz
Beach.

There is a lot to do at the Hartenbos Fun
Park…Swimming and Water-slides at the pool,

a huge jungle gym for climbing,
sliding, swinging and lots more and adventure mini golf. The park entrance fee
comes in different packages… only an entrance fee or including some or all the
activities. There is also an indoor warm
swimming pool (pay separately) and during holidays there are other activities
like bumper cars etc.

The Diaz Express consists of three restored Wickham
railcars and they offer different excursions. I went on the trip from Mossel Bay to Maalgate with work colleges with a
stop at the Transkaroo Restaurant for lunch. It was a wonderful trip with great views and food. During the December holiday they only do
shorter shuttle trips between Hartenbos and Santos Beach. This shorter trip
could be great for younger kids that get bored easy.

These trips leave every hour from the Mossel Bay
harbour and takes about 1 hour. The trip
takes you around Seal Island with its ± 3000 seals and great views of the bay
and town.

I went on the Seven Seas Trip
in 2015 and enjoyed is a lot. I want to
take my son on this trip but he cannot swim yet. And even though it is safe and
there are life jackets available, I think we will wait another year. Trips are
dependent on weather conditions and remember to pack something warm to
wear. You can book online for Romonza
(R160 per adult & R80 per child). I
could not find the prices for Seven Seas trips online.

I
love going to the Dias Museum and visit at least once a year. This year I took JW with me and he loved the
outing. We started at the Shell Museum
and Aquarium. Then we walked to the Post
Office tree and played outside for a bit.
There is lots of grass and some ducks at the spring. Next time I will pack a picnic to eat on the
grass. Last we went to the Maritime
Museum to see the replica of the Caravel.
JW’s highlight of the day was to climb on to the caravel. He pulled on the ropes and climbed ladders and
loved every moment. There are 2 ticket options…Including getting
on the caravel (Adult R 40/Child R 20) or without (Adult R 20/Child R 5).

6. Harry Giddy Park

The Harry Giddy Park is a lovely place for a stroll or
picnic. There is Aviaries with lots of
different bids and also lots of other animals to see. There are fountains and lots of paths for a
walk. There is a playground for kids with a boat, swings etc. But on our last visit the play area was not
in a good condition and needed a lot of maintenance. There is no entrance fee but you can leave a
donation.

7. Fanta Sea @ The Point

This small play area is
located at the Point. They have a jungle
gym, put-put, skateboard park and jumping castles. The entrance fee during the year was R 10 per
kid and R 20 for put-put (Prices correct in July 2017 ). The play
ground can do with a bit of maintenance like new paint and a bit of cleaning
but it is a nice option and the location is great

8. Takoda Spur (Hartenbos)

The Spur is Hartenbos has a big indoor play area for
kids up to 12 years. There are slides,
swings and lots of climbing. They also
have computer games for the older kids. It
is great for rainy days or when you want to rest out of the sun. JW loves playing here (or maybe it is about
the ice cream he gets when we go)

9. The
Shark Lab

The Shark lab is a small (very, very small) aquarium
at the Point. JW loved the outing and to
see the sharks. The entrance fee was R
20 per adult and R 10 per child (Children under 3 are free). There really is not much to see except for
the 2 sharks in the tank and an octopus.
I think it is too expensive for the 5 minutes you will spend walking
through but JW loved it and that is why I include it on this list.

We have heard great things about the following places. We
have not done these yet but are going to
try them soon:

a) Diaz
Water Park

In Dias Beach is a water
park for all ages. There are water slides
for kids and adults. They also have a
warm indoor pool and a toddler area. I
am not sure what the entrance fees are but we are going to visit this park in
December

b) Blasters
Family Entertainment Centre

I don’t know why we have not been here yet but it
looks like a very nice place for kids to play.
They have a large indoor jungle gym and a restaurant for the parents.

c) Viking
Anchor Restaurant

Situated close to the Harbour in Bland Street is the
indoor/outdoor restaurant with large braai.
There is a play area for kids with a boat climb in. I recently went there for the first time for
a breakfast and the prices look reasonable and the breakfast and coffee was
good. Next time I will take my husband
and JW with and try the lunch or dinner.

d) Cape
St Blaize Cave and Hiking Trail

I have taken JW to the cave and he loved running on
the wood path inside. He wanted to walk
up to the lighthouse but we will do this when my husband is with us. The cave is also the starting (or end) point
for the 13.5km St Blaize Hiking trail.
I don’t think the trail is suitable for young children but can be fun
for adventures families with older children.

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I am a accountant and live in Mossel Bay in the Western Cape of South Africa. This blog is about traveling in South Africa. Some of our favourite places to visit is old churches and National Heritage Sites.

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